All Obituaries

Ida Jewel Rowen

Ida Jewel Rowen

Jan 19, 2026

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Preston Douglas Addison

Preston Douglas Addison

Jan 17, 2026

Preston Douglas Addison, 79, a husband, father, “Grandpa”, and friend to all, passed away at home on Saturday, January 17, 2026. He was born on November 14, 1946, in Des Arc, Arkansas to Verlin Lee and Hazel Marie Hamby Addison, and leaves behind a life marked by deep faith, steadfast love, and service to others.

For 46 years, Preston faithfully served...

Martin Louis Feeny, Jr.

Martin Louis Feeny, Jr.

Jan 17, 2026

Martin Louis Feeny, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on September 22, 1942, in Magnolia, Arkansas, Martin lived a life filled with service, love, faith, and joy.

He proudly served in the United States Navy, where he received the National Defense Service Medal. After his military...

Bettye Doyle Hall Carithers

Bettye Doyle Hall Carithers

Jan 17, 2026

Bettye Doyle Hall Carithers, 95, passed away on January 17, 2026.

Bettye was born at home on December 17, 1930, to Hazel and Kie Hall in Benton, Arkansas. Her only brother, Kie, was born thirteen years later. A child of The Depression, she lived in rural Benton and attended a two-room schoolhouse. Her family moved to North Little Rock in 1938....

James "Marty" Garrick

James "Marty" Garrick

Jan 16, 2026

James "Marty" Garrick, a beloved member of the Little Rock community, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on July 4, 1948, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Marty spent his life cultivating a warm and welcoming presence that touched the hearts of all who knew him.

Marty dedicated much of his career as a manufacturers representative for...

Stephen Kent Prater

Stephen Kent Prater

Jan 16, 2026

Stephen Kent Prater died January 16, 2026, at his home in Sherwood, AR - arm-in-arm with his three sons and his loving wife of over fifty years, Susan.

Steve was born on April 30, 1949, the third child of Reubin and Berniece Prater in Oklahoma City, OK. He had two sisters, Terry and Jeanne, who knew him as “Sonny Boy Precious.”...

Dexter Barnes

Dexter Barnes

Jan 16, 2026

Dexter David Barnes Jr., age 91, passed away peacefully among family, leaving behind a legacy of service, devotion to family, and quiet strength. Dexter was born on March 17, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Wilma and Dexter David Barnes Sr. He was their only child. A gifted student, he graduated from Joe T. Robinson High School in Little Rock,...

Yakov Zhorushkin

Yakov Zhorushkin

Jan 16, 2026

Yakov Zhorushkin was born August 18, 1949 in Novopavlovka, Ukraine.  He died unexpectedly January 16, 2026 in Conway, AR.

Our dear, the best dad, grandfather, the best husband, teacher, friends and just a wonderful person with golden hands.  

Thank you for everything you have done for us, there are no others like you.  It is God's blessing to have you in...

Helen Marie Parvin Clayton

Helen Marie Parvin Clayton

Jan 16, 2026

Helen Marie Parvin Clayton, age 80, of Cabot, Arkansas, went home to be with Jesus, Friday, January 16, 2026. She was born in Ward, Arkansas on October 25, 1945, to Calvin and Valrie Parvin. She was a lifetime member of Apple Hill General Baptist Church.

She loved helping with special needs children, she had a big heart and would tell anyone...

Rebecca Ann Cotton Bishop

Rebecca Ann Cotton Bishop

Jan 16, 2026

Rebecca Ann Cotton Bishop, age 65, of Glenwood, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026.

She was born in Mount Ida on February 11, 1960, to Jack Wallace Cotton and Lula Mathis Cotton. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Bobby Joe Cotton.

On December 31, 1996, she married the love of her life, Steve. Rebecca was an...

Kerry Lynn Tindle

Kerry Lynn Tindle

Jan 16, 2026

Kerry Lynn Tindle, nicknamed “Mountain Man” by his family, was born on November 7, 1960, in Lubbock, Texas and went to be with Jesus on January 16, 2026. He graduated from Jacksonville High School and moved to Cabot as an adult.

He loved fishing, reading suspense books, sports, including the Dallas Cowboys, all kinds of music, especially classic rock, peanut butter...

Doyle Gene Stewart

Doyle Gene Stewart

Jan 16, 2026

Doyle Gene Stewart, age 81, passed away on January 16, 2026. He was born on January 23, 1944, in Wister, Oklahoma, to Orvis Doyle Stewart and Bessie Marie Stewart. 

Doyle spent more than 30 years working as a truck driver, proudly serving with Consolidated Freightways and Strickland. Known for his strong work ethic and dependability, he provided faithfully for his family...

Norma Jean Leslie

Norma Jean Leslie

Jan 16, 2026

Norma Jean Leslie was born on February 6, 1942, in Marvell, Arkansas, and passed away on January 16, 2026. A devoted Catholic, Norma found comfort and strength in her faith. She made reading her Bible a daily habit, and her faith remained a steady source of peace throughout her life.

Norma found joy in the simple things, especially a good game...

Robert Gregory Retford

Robert Gregory Retford

Jan 15, 2026

Robert Retford, age 64, passed away on January 15, 2026, in a tragic accident.

Robert was born on July 28, 1961. He proudly served as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, a commitment that shaped his discipline, strength, and lifelong sense of duty. His service to his country remained a defining part of who he was.

He later served in...

Glen Barker

Glen Barker

Jan 15, 2026



Glen Barker passed from this life on January 15, 2026, after a long and prosperous life of 92½ years. Glen is preceded in death by his parents John and Grace (Collier) Barker, wives Charlotte Duffield and Mildred Jean Hill (mother of his children), and sister Quintina. Survivors include Glen’s children, Cheryl Jenkins, Rebecca Inscore and James Barker (Tammy). Grandchildren: Kelly...

Robert Earl Chastain

Robert Earl Chastain

Jan 15, 2026

Robert Earl Chastain, age 75, of Paron, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, January 15, 2026. He was born on December 6, 1950 in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Roy and Maxine Chastain.

Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was honest, reliable, funny, and worked hard nearly every day of his life. Robert enjoyed...

Loy E. Turner

Loy E. Turner

Jan 15, 2026

Loy E. Turner, age 81, of Kirby, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

He was born in Kirby on March 14, 1944. Loy was the son of Thomas Veston Turner and Ruthie Mae Dwyer Turner. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Harold Thomas Turner; and his sister-in-law, Joyce Turner; and his dear friend, Bennie Holder.

Loy lived...

Carl Miles Newman

Carl Miles Newman

Jan 14, 2026

Carl Miles Newman, born on February 26, 1939, in Meyers Creek, Arkansas, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

Carl was preceded in death by his two parents, Miles and Ruby Newman, a sister Ruby Lois New , a brother Virgil Howard Newman and grandson Curtis Alan Tucker and granddaughter-in-law Melissa Edwards...

David Westbrook

David Westbrook

Jan 14, 2026

David Westbrook, 91, went to his Heavenly home on January 14, 2026. He was born December 19, 1934, in Trenton, Mississippi, to Wallace and Ethel Westbrook.

David and his wife, Ruth, lived all over the country while he was employed by the U.S. Forest Service, where he worked for 30 years until his retirement, all while being in the U.S. Air...

Cindy Middleton

Cindy Middleton

Jan 14, 2026

Mary Lucinda “Cindy” Middleton, 69, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Cindy lived a life marked by dedication, strength, and a deep love for others.

Cindy devoted many years of her life to education, serving as a teacher who left an indelible mark...